Freelance Break-Even Calculator

Find out how many clients or projects you need each month to cover your costs and reach your profit goals.

Your Business Numbers

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Rent, software subscriptions, insurance, internet, etc.
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Average revenue per client or project
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Costs that scale per client: subcontractors, materials, tools, etc.
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What you want to take home after all costs

Break-Even Analysis

Break-Even Point 0 clients/projects per month to cover costs
Revenue to Break Even $0
Clients for Profit Target 0
Revenue for Profit Target $0

Monthly Breakdown

Fixed Costs $0
Revenue Per Client $0
Variable Cost Per Client $0
Contribution Margin Per Client $0
Desired Monthly Profit $0
Pro tip: If your break-even number feels too high, you have three levers: raise your prices, lower your fixed costs, or reduce variable costs per client. Even small changes can dramatically shift your break-even point.

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